Russell James Forrest (29 Mar 1971 - 31 Jan 2025)

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Location
Medway Crematorium Robin Hood Lane (Upper) Chatham, Kent. ME5 9QU
Date
24th Mar 2025
Time
1pm
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In loving memory of Russell James Forrest who sadly passed away on 31st January 2025, aged 53 years.

Family floral tributes may be sent by 10.30 am on Monday 24th March, c/o John Weir Funeral Directors, 127 Watling Street, Gillingham, Kent, ME7 2YY. Telephone no: 01634 855558.

Donations in memory of Russell may be made for The British Heart Foundation and the Royal British Legion online via this website.

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Mark Balfour donated £20 in memory of Russell

It was a privilege to of know Russell we had some great laughs. He will be missed thinking of you all

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Mark Balfour donated £20 in memory of Russell

It was a privilege to have known your dad and we have had some great laughs together. We are so sorry for your loss

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Michelle Fay wrote

I first met Russ when I worked in the park tavern pub in Portsmouth early 90s he was drinking Bacardi and coke happy hour £1.25 a double he got very drunk playing a game of spoof🤣🤣 I had to put him in a taxi 🚕 with a messy burger 🤣🤣 next-day he came in with hangover I took the Micky out of him 😁 many a drunken night out Joanne's/nelson bop 😁 always laughing and such a gentleman would always share photos and stories about his girls such a proud dad 😀when on deployment he would send a postcards to pub 😁
So many happy memories of a gentleman ⚓⛵RIP russ

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Owen Stark wrote

Rest easy, I'll always remember the laughs we had at IoW festival

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I miss our bike rides in Naples. Rest easy Russ xx

I miss our bike rides in Naples. Rest easy Russ xx

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Denise Hutchinson donated £10 in memory of Russell

Russ I will never forget our bike rides together in Naples. You had a beautiful kind soul. I will miss you xx

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Rowland Warnock donated £20 in memory of Russell

RIP Russ.

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Rowland & June Warnock donated £20 in memory of Russell

Sleep well young Sir. No more pain.

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Rowland & June Warnock wrote

Ron and I will miss seeing you on your visits to Yorkshire, we’ve enjoyed every minute in your company, we loved you and lost you but now rest easy sailor.

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Stefen hoare wrote

I met Ross at a job up in London just before covid and when he had just brought his orange jeep, he was very excited about his ORANGE jeep. Even when we all ribbed him for it. Ross was an amazing bloke and always had the time to listen and have a laugh with you, whilst being always the professional. RIP SIR and gone way before your time.

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  • My phone has always changed it to Ross rather than Russ

    Posted by Stefen on 15/03/2025 Report abuse
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Katie Jennison-White wrote

Although I never had the opportunity to meet you, Russ, I have always heard the best about you from Ellie. She often spoke of how you were always there for her, getting her out of trouble and providing unwavering support. Through her, I’ve come to know what an incredible man you were. Your kindness, strength, and love clearly left a lasting impact, and I’m grateful to have learned so much about you. May you rest in peace.

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Nathan Cooper wrote

Had the privilege to serve with Russ for many years.Top bloke and friend who will be sorely missed

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Ellie Forrest wrote

dad you were truly the best. i miss you more and more everyday and there’s a part of me that i think will be broken forever. we love you always and your memory will always live on through your grandchild💔

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  • So very sorry for the loss of your dad he was a lovely guy and i was shocked to hear what happened, especially as we were out drinking and having a laugh a few days before Christmas. He will be sorely missed. RIP Russ 🙏😔

    Posted by Mark on 14/03/2025 Report abuse
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Aneta Skrzypczak donated £410 in memory of Russell

We were deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Russell. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time.
From all his colleagues at DHL Barming

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Vinnie Bish donated £200 in memory of Russell

I make this donation on behalf of Russell's employer DHL.
Everyone who worked with Russell was so very shocked and very sad to learn of his passing. He will be sorely missed in the workplace.
We pass on our sincere condolences to all his family and friends.

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